An American restaurant promising to serve up Man v Food style food is opening in Cardiff.

The Smoke Haus – which has been a success in Swansea since opening two years ago – will be based at at the former Hooters premises on Mary Ann Street. The 6,000 sq ft restaurant will to accommodate 212 people.

Cardiff has seen a rise in popularity of American dining and The Smoke Haus specialises in BBQ ribs, burgers, steaks and foot-long hot dogs.

Mark Power set up the first Smoke Haus in Swansea two years ago, after 20 years’ experience in the catering industry, working in various restaurants, from flipping burgers to five star hotels.